What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Calais is to bus which costs €25 - €35 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Calais is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Calais?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Central Station station and arriving at Calais. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Calais. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Calais?

The distance between Rotterdam and Calais is 346 km. The road distance is 278.8 km.

How do I travel from Rotterdam to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs €70 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam to Calais?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Rotterdam to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Calais bus from?

Rotterdam to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Calais train from?

Rotterdam to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Calais?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Calais is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs €70 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Calais bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Calais bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Calais station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Calais train arrive?

Rotterdam to Calais train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Calais is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Rotterdam to Calais.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Calais?

Book your Rotterdam to Calais bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1099+ hotels available in Calais.

Rotterdam to Calais - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Rotterdam to Calais by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 7m
€74–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Calaisbus 814 / ...
5h 15m
€25–35
Drive 278.8 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Calaiscar 278.8 km
3h 8m
€49–70

Rotterdam to Calais by train and foot

72Weekly Services

5h 7mAverage Duration

€74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 345.7 km
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Calais twice daily. Tickets cost €25–35 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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